Following two strong years of growing participation and impact, the Embassy of Switzerland and its advocacy partners expanded the third edition of the Day of the Future by inviting journalists to observe how Filipino students engage with Swiss companies operating in the country. This added dimension offered a deeper look into how industry-based learning experiences—modeled after Switzerland’s Nationaler Zukunftstag—help shape career aspirations and strengthen bilateral collaboration in workforce development.
Held on November 13, 2025 (every second Thursday of November), the Day of the Future brought together Swiss companies, Filipino students, and educators for a nationwide program focused on career discovery and vocational readiness.
Inspired by Switzerland’s long-standing Nationaler Zukunftstag, the initiative gives young learners the opportunity to explore real workplace environments and gain an understanding of emerging career pathways. In the Philippines, it is implemented through the Swiss Cultural Fund, which supports cultural, educational, and youth-focused programs. Now in its third year locally, the program continues to broaden its reach alongside the Embassy’s growing network of advocacy partners.
For this year’s edition, the following Swiss companies opened their facilities to public school students nationwide:
- Endress+Hauser
- Roche Philippines
- Holcim Philippines
- Novartis Philippines
- SGS
- Partners Group
- Sateco
Each company designed its own full-day program featuring workplace tours, interactive demonstrations, hands-on sessions, and mentorship dialogues. These activities gave students firsthand exposure to sectors where Swiss companies are major contributors to the Philippine economy—including engineering, pharmaceuticals, finance, advanced manufacturing, and scientific solutions.
The Philippine activities ran in parallel with programs in Switzerland, underscoring both countries’ shared commitment to empowering the next generation and strengthening long-term bilateral ties through education and industry collaboration.
This year’s initiative was held in close partnership with the Department of Education (DepEd), which played a pivotal role in selecting participating public schools nationwide and helping ensure broad student participation. The Embassy expressed its appreciation for DepEd’s continued cooperation in expanding access to meaningful learning experiences for Filipino youth.
At its core, the Day of the Future underscores the importance of vocational training—an anchor of Switzerland’s internationally acclaimed education system. By immersing young Filipinos in real-world professional settings, the program encourages them to explore multiple career pathways and develop future-ready skills aligned with an evolving labor market.
Through the Swiss Cultural Fund and its sustained partnerships with industry and government, the Swiss Embassy reaffirms its commitment to supporting youth empowerment and strengthening Switzerland–Philippines cooperation in education, innovation, and workforce development. With each edition, the Day of the Future continues to grow as a bridge between Swiss expertise and Filipino potential.